Description: Quick dissolving polyvinyl carboxy polymer crosslinked with ethers of pentaerythritol. Used as a viscosity enhancer or gelling agent primarily in systems where clarity or viscosity is required. Has quick hydration technology and improved wetting properties. White powder. Soluble in water. pH value: 2.7-3.3 (0.5% solution at 25ºC/77ºF). Viscosity: 54,000-60,000 cps (0.5% solution) and 18,000-25,000 cps (0.2% solution).
CAS: 9003-01-4, 9007-16-3, 9007-17-4, 9062-04-8, 76050-42-5
INCI Name: Carbomer 980
Properties: Quick dissolving, ph-sensitive gelling thickener useful for formulating clear gels as well as stabilizing emulsions.
Use: Typical use level 0.1-0.5% depending on the type of formulation desired viscosity. Must be mixed and hydrated but requires much less stirring and dissolves much quicker (<10 min) than regular carbomer. Increasing the pH to >6.0, gives a gel structure. Neutralization can be carried out with inorganic bases such as NaOH or KOH or triethanolamine (TEA). For external use only.
Applications: Gel-creams, hair gels, and other gels, lotions, creams.
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Certificate of Analysis Used in Commercial Products:
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| Capital Soleil SPF 15 | | Professional Mattifying Gel | | Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizing Cream |
| Brand: Vichy | | Brand: OC Eight | | Brand: La Roche-Posay |
